Cheese Steak-Style Sloppy Joe Recipe
These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes combine juicy ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and melty provolone cheese in a rich, savory sauce. Served on toasted brioche buns, they’re a delicious twist on a classic, perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small white onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 pound lean ground beef 90/10 blend
- 1/2 cup beef stock
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 slices provolone cheese divided
- 6 brioche buns store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Vegetables
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and bell peppers, stirring frequently. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes until softened but not browned.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until fully browned.
Step 3: Make it Saucy
- Stir in the beef stock, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Add the Cheese
- Stack 6 slices of provolone cheese and cut them into ½-inch pieces. Stir the cheese into the beef mixture just before serving, allowing it to melt and blend in.
Step 5: Assemble the Sloppy Joes
- Toast the brioche buns in a toaster or oven. Place the remaining 6 slices of provolone on the bottom half of each bun. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture generously over the cheese, then top with the other half of the bun. Serve warm.
Storage & Reheating
- Leftover sloppy joe mixture can be refrigerated for 4 to 5 days and reheated in the microwave or a skillet with a splash of water or stock. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge or microwave before reheating.
Notes
- Break Up the Meat: Use a wooden spoon for fine crumbles that soak up the sauce.
- Toast the Buns: Keeps them sturdy and adds texture.
- Add Cheese Last: Stir in provolone just before serving for gooey perfection.
- Adjust Seasonings: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for extra kick.